By Sheri Rosenbaum If you are sick and tired of consuming those overly sweet energy bars on your rides, Skratch Labs has introduced a new line of savory or slightly sweet options. I had a chance to sample them at CABDA Midwest last month and they are definitely tasty. … [Read more...] about Skratch Labs Introduces New Savory and Slightly Sweet Flavors
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Silic1 X-Fit Silicone Road Bike Handlebar Tape Review
by Lars Hundley https://www.silic1usa.co/x-fithttps://amzn.to/2Ybhbln Price: $42 MSRP Availability: Online How Obtained: Company sample RBR Advertiser: No Durable, Pure Silicone Bar Tape That Can Be Removed and Put Back On I discovered this product at Interbike last year, where the company had a tiny booth on a back row in one of the halls. When … [Read more...] about Silic1 X-Fit Silicone Road Bike Handlebar Tape Review
Juzo Review: How to Keep Your Leg Warmers Up
By Gary Coyne Hot Keeps your arm and leg warmers from falling downNot expensiveSimple to use Not Adds one extra step to getting ready to rideLeaves a small film on your warmers (but easily washes off)Leaves a small sticky region on your legs (but easily washes off) Price: $12.79 for 2 oz bottle Source: online only … [Read more...] about Juzo Review: How to Keep Your Leg Warmers Up
Feetures Elite Ultra Light and Merino 10 Cycling Socks Review
by Lars Hundley Hot! Anatomical design Choose high tech fabrics or a Merino / Tencel blendSeamless toe designOptions for multiple sock heightsTargeted compression in the arch to provide arch support. … [Read more...] about Feetures Elite Ultra Light and Merino 10 Cycling Socks Review
Reelight NOVA Dynamo Bike Light System Review
by Brandon Bilyeu Hot! No batteries, no recharging, always light when moving2 minute reserve capacity when stopped (blinking)Super adjustable and solid dynamo mountingQuick and easy install for the whole systemWide angle beam for good side visibility … [Read more...] about Reelight NOVA Dynamo Bike Light System Review
Chamois Butt’r Coconut Chamois Cream Review
by Sheri Rosenbaum www.chamoisbuttr.com Price: $17.99 MSRP (8oz tube) Chamois Butt’r Introduces New Product Paceline, the makers of Chamois Butt’r recently added a 4th option to their line of anti-chafe chamois creams. It took them 5 years to perfect the formula to ensure it was gentle enough for sensitive skin, but as good at preventing chafing as their original style … [Read more...] about Chamois Butt’r Coconut Chamois Cream Review
Garneau Edge 2 Jersey Review (Men’s & Women’s)
by Sheri Rosenbaum Hot Roomier fit enables layering for colder weatherTakes you through several seasons (late Fall, Winter and early Spring)Drytex® Thermal fabric for stretch, warmth and moisture managementReasonably pricedReflective elements throughout keep you visible … [Read more...] about Garneau Edge 2 Jersey Review (Men’s & Women’s)
Garmin HRM – Dual Heart Rate Monitor Review
by Sheri Rosenbaum garmin.com Price: $69.99 MSRP Availability: Online or Retail How Obtained: Company sample RBR Advertiser: No Strap Length: Adjustable from 25" to 52" (63.5 cm to 132 cm) Water Resistance: 1 ATM Battery: User-replaceable size CR2032 (3 volts) Battery Life: Up to 3.5 years (based on average use of 1 hour per … [Read more...] about Garmin HRM – Dual Heart Rate Monitor Review
Fizik Aria R3 Road Shoe Review
by Sheri Rosenbaum Hot Full Carbon outsole, lightweight and stiff BOA closures provide accurate fit with micro adjustments Shoe upper uses wrap closure design to accommodate a variety of foot widths within a single shoe size Comfortable and breathable Full range of sizes for a unisex shoe Fits true to size Easy cleat placement and adjustability Replaceable heal bumpers … [Read more...] about Fizik Aria R3 Road Shoe Review
Strava vs MapMyRide vs RideWithGPS – Which Cycling App to Choose?
Trying to decide which app to use on your next bike ride? As a cyclist, it's easy to be overwhelmed by the large number of cycling apps available for Android and Apple phones. New apps are published every day. Some of them are made for general activity tracking that cover multiple sports, while others are specifically made for cycling. For cycling, the top apps that are most … [Read more...] about Strava vs MapMyRide vs RideWithGPS – Which Cycling App to Choose?
These Floor Pumps Let You Mount Tubeless Tires
by Stan Purdum If you ride a recent model mountain bike or gravel bike, you've probably already dealt with tubeless tires. Road tubeless wheels and tires are also making inroads. Once you make the switch to tubeless tires on any of your bikes, you'll discover that mounting them using just the floor pump you used for regular tires with tubes is not easy and often … [Read more...] about These Floor Pumps Let You Mount Tubeless Tires
Castelli Difesa 2 Cap and Difesa Thermal Cap Review
By Sheri Rosenbaum www.castelli-cycling.com Difesa 2 Cap Hot Snug fit, ideal for under helmet Gore® Windstopper® fabric provides windproofing Ear flaps are warm, but still can hear surroundings Reflective elements on side and back Can use for other activities besides cycling … [Read more...] about Castelli Difesa 2 Cap and Difesa Thermal Cap Review
Pearl Izumi Tour (Men’s) and Sugar (Women’s) Road Shoe
By Sheri Rosenbaum Hot Very comfortable Well ventilated upper and sole Asymmetric closure system avoids pressure on sensitive tissue Stiff sole for greater power transfer Roomy toe box Good price point Easy cleat placement Cool retro lace up style Not Laces don’t allow for micro adjustment Sole only partial carbon fiber (forefoot insert) Can’t … [Read more...] about Pearl Izumi Tour (Men’s) and Sugar (Women’s) Road Shoe
Road Bike Floor Pumps: RBR Editor Round Up
By Stan Purdum Most cyclists need a floor pump. If you have an air compressor with the proper adapter, it can be effective and useful for putting on tubeless road or tubeless mountain bike tires and seating them on the rim. But for day to day usage, a floor pump is essential for filling and topping off the air pressure in your tires. It's much easier than attempting to use a … [Read more...] about Road Bike Floor Pumps: RBR Editor Round Up
Wahoo Kickr Headwind Smart Fan Review
By Sheri Rosenbaum Hot 3 ways to control airflow: HR, Speed or Manually Concentrated stream of air Quieter than typical fans Compact size for a small footprint Wheels lets you easily move it out of the way Sleep mode Doesn’t dry out eyes (concern for contact wearers) … [Read more...] about Wahoo Kickr Headwind Smart Fan Review